watford WD18 Postcodes
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Watford (WD18)
The WD18 postcode area is located in the Watford postcode town region, within the county of Hertfordshire, and contains a total of 1374 individual postcodes.
There are 2 electoral wards in the WD18 postcode area, including Abbots Langley, Borehamwood, Bushey, Kings Langley, Radlett, Rickmansworth, Watford which come under the local authority of the Watford Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 27% of people in WD18 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of WD18 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.
The WD18 postcode area is located in the Watford district of the south east English county of Hertfordshire. It is part of the wider WD postcode area which covers the North-West Hertfordshire, St Albans and Watford districts.
WD18 covers the south east of Watford. It runs along both sides of the A412 road from Watford North station and has its northeastern corner at Oxhey park. It covers the upper part of town, including the Woodside, Westside, Leavesden, South Oxhey, Garston, Crumps Bottom, Holywell and Watford Field areas.
WD18 is a mainly residential area with many detached and semi-detached three bedroom houses. There are also some apartments. The area is very green, with many parks and nature reserves and good access to walkways and trails.
WD18 is one of the top areas for education in the UK. It has two primary schools (Woodside and South Oxhey) and a secondary school (Holywell). With Watford town centre and the University of Hertfordshire on its doorstep, WD18 is both an attractive postcode for those looking to move to the area or settle down for the long term.
WD18 has excellent transport links. There are a few main roads, including the A412 and M1, running through the area. Watford Junction and Watford North train stations are very close by, which offer frequent and reliable services to London. There are also buses which connect the area to other parts of Watford, St Albans and Hemel Hempstead.
WP18 is a popular shopping destination with several local stores and the big retail chain stores. There is also a large entertainment hub, complete with multiplex cinemas, bowling alley, gym and more.
Demographics
UNEMPLOYMENT
- 86%WORKING
- 14%UNEMPLOYED
14% of people in WD18 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.
ETHNICITY
- 49%WHITE
- 51%NON-WHITE
49% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.
Hertfordshire
WD18 is located in the county of Hertfordshire, in England.
Hertfordshire has a total population of 1,176,700, making it the 12th largest county in the UK.
Hertfordshire has a total area of 634 square miles, and a population density of 716 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
Outward Code | WD18 |
Postal Town | Watford |
MSOA Name | Watford 009 |
LSOA Name | Watford 009D |
County | Hertfordshire |
Region | Hertfordshire |
Country | England |
Local Authority | Watford |
Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
WD18 Electoral Wards
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Saturday, April 6, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 27% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.